Drunken Cherries Recipe

Impress your friends and family with these vibrant Drunken Cherries! Perfect for gifting during the holidays or enjoying as a delightful dessert topping. This easy recipe infuses sweet cherries in a boozy, flavorful syrup that intensifies over time. Serve them over vanilla ice cream, cheesecake, or your favorite dessert. Must be stored for at least 8 hours (preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to fully develop. Enjoy within 1 week.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 38.3 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Drunken Cherries

  • 1 pound fresh or frozen pitted cherries
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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup cherry juice
  • 1/4 cup brandy or bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup kirsch (optional)
  • 1/4 cup Grand Marnier (optional)

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How to Make Drunken Cherries

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 pound fresh or frozen pitted cherries, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup cherry juice, 1/4 cup brandy or bourbon, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Stir gently until the sugar is completely dissolved and the cherries are well coated.
  3. Carefully ladle the cherry mixture into a clean, sterilized 24-ounce glass jar.
  4. Seal the jar tightly with a lid.
  5. Store in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy within 1 week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g

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